Mukti Responds Immediately!

Mukti Cox’s Bazar responded promptly to the devastating fire that erupted in Rohingya Camp-16 on 20 January 2026, causing widespread destruction and significantly affecting the lives and wellbeing of camp residents. Recognizing the urgent humanitarian needs arising from the incident, Mukti immediately mobilized its teams to provide emergency support and ensure that affected individuals and families received timely assistance.

Since the onset of the emergency, Mukti delivered a comprehensive package of Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) services, including Psychological First Aid (PFA), structured Psychosocial Support (PSS) interventions, individual counseling, and referrals to specialized and essential services based on identified needs. These interventions aimed at reducing distress, promoting emotional wellbeing, strengthening coping mechanisms, and supporting the recovery of affected community members, particularly women, girls, and other vulnerable groups who faced heightened protection risks following such emergencies.

In parallel, through its Women-Friendly Spaces (WFS) and Women and Girls Safe Spaces (WGSS) operating under projects supported by United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and CARE Bangladesh, Mukti provided immediate accommodation and shelter support to individuals and families displaced by the fire. These safe spaces served as critical entry points for protection services, psychosocial care, information dissemination, and the identification and referral of individuals with urgent needs.

To ensure an effective and coordinated response, Mukti maintained close engagement with relevant humanitarian sectors and coordination mechanisms. The organization continued to monitor the evolving situation, conducted rapid needs assessments, identified emerging risks and vulnerabilities, and adapted its interventions accordingly. Through a survivor-centered and protection-sensitive approach, Mukti remains committed to supporting affected Rohingya community members, facilitating access to lifesaving services, and contributing to the restoration of safety, dignity, and psychosocial wellbeing in the aftermath of any disaster.